Old HWY 278 over Cove Creek
Fair Condition96 years old12,660 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah |
| Location | Old HWY 278 * Cove Creek |
| Carries | Old HWY 278 |
| Crosses | Cove Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.99167, -85.91000 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete Continuous |
| Design | Slab |
| Total Length | 110.9 ft (33.8 m) |
| Max Span | 18.0 ft (5.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 32.5 ft (9.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 334.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 7 |
| Year Built | 1930 (reconstructed 1969) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 12,660 (2003) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | City/Municipal Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 009834 |